Embraced by Jesus Colombian Children's Home: What's a Rock-a-thon?

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

What's a Rock-a-thon?

These Girls from Meigs Mennonite School had a "Rock-a-thon" slumber party to raise money for food at the Colombian Children's Home. They each brought a rocking chair to Megan's house and rocked from 7:00 PM til 7:00 AM with quick allowances for bathroom break only.

Before the event they had gotten "sponsors" for hourly contribution. We really didn't think they could rock all night! So it was sort of a dare.

But by 7:15 the next morning they were all declared winners. Amazing!!! And a lot of people are now paying up to the tune of 2 months worth of food!!!!! That outdid our greatest imagination.

What a huge blessing for the Home.

Thank you Girls,

your enthusiasm is invigorating.

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Embraced by Jesus is a non-profit organization based in the mountains of Pereira, Colombia. Our vision is to reach the street children and youth with the Good News of Christ’s embracing love. We have a home to orphaned, abandoned and at-risk children from all around the region, including guerilla-controlled zones. Most of our children were previously on the streets, victims of drug abuse and prostitution. All of them were destitute. Upon coming to Embraced by Jesus, they receive food, shelter, and an education at local schools. More importantly, they receive the love of Jesus Christ and a sense of family.